Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Milan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Milan or Guayaquil?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Milan and Guayaquil can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Milan or Guayaquil?
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMilan $229Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Milan is $229, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Milan and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMilan $113Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMilan $226Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Milan and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Milan or Guayaquil? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Milan Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Milan $41Guayaquil $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport$8.21
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)$26
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Taxi From Airport$106
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Public Transit Day Pass$5.28
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Short Taxi Ride$8.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers: $933
- taxi / transfer service to and from airports: $262
- Zurich : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $940
- Varese : Private Transfer to/from Rho Fiera: $187
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Milan HTL-APT (MXP): $185
- Transfer from Milan to Ravenna Cruise Port with stop in Verona: $280
- Transfer from Milan to Milan Malpensa: $204
- Transfer from Milan city centre to Linate Airport BMW 5 car series: $124
- Transfer from Milan City Center to Linate Airport (LIN) : $114
- Transfer from Malpensa Airport to Milan city center: $13
- Transfer from Linate Airport (LIN) to Milan City Center: $116
- Transfer from LINATE Airport to Milan City Hotel by Minivan: $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Milan or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Milan change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayMilan $79Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station$10
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Restaurant Pizza$7.74
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)$32
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$75
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Cappuccino$1.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $42
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Sightseeing with Local Guide: $42
- Delicious Food Tour and City Center Sightseeing: $46
- International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $48
- only in ITALIAN - International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $49
- Street Food Tour with Tastings and Local Guide: $49
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $49
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Delicious Milan Street Food Tour Tasting and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $51
- Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $54
- Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine: $66
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Milan $36Guayaquil $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop$8.21
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- Gallery Art and Culture Guided Walking Tour in Brera: $149
- Milan Highlights semi-Private Walking Tour: $47
- Milan's Opera Gem and La Scala Guided Walking Tour : $138
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Milan: $7.20
- Self Guided Tours In Milan With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Small-Group Lake Como Experience with boat and van, from Milan: $149
- "Walking Tour" - 2h: $84
- "Walking Tour" - 4h: $150
- 1 Hour Vintage Fiat 500 Slow Tour in Milan: $143
- 1 Hours Guided La Scala Theatre Tour in Milan: $137
- 1 hour Italian Food Experiences in Milan: $43
- 2 Hour Vintage Fiat 500 Canals Tour in Milan: $239
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMilan $28Guayaquil $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar$9.85
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Beer$3.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Milan Pub Crawl Party with Free Shots and Drink Deals by Riviera: $30
- Guided Riviera Bar Crawl with Free Shots: $37
- Wine Tasting Experience with Platter at Winelovers: $44
- Wine Tasting Experience: $48
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $52
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan City Center: $54
- Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $57
- Italian Wine Tasting in Milan: $58
- Wine Tasting Experience - Urban Cellar: $60
- Fun Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $76
- Fun Wine Tasting with the most italian Sommelier in Milan: $82
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Milan and Guayaquil, we can see that Milan is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Milan is in Europe and Guayaquil is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Milan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Milan than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Milan Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Milan or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Milan. When comparing the sizes of Milan and Guayaquil, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Milan or Guayaquil?
Milan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Milan or Guayaquil in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Milan and Guayaquil. Most visitors come to Milan for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Milan is around the same temperature as Guayaquil in the summer. The daily temperature in Milan averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Milan usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Milan gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMilan 23°C (73°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Milan or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Milan as well as Guayaquil. The autumn months attract visitors to Milan because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the autumn, Milan is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Milan in October average around 15°C (58°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Milan receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Milan usually gets more rain in October than Guayaquil. Milan gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMilan 15°C (58°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Milan or Guayaquil in the Winter?
Both Guayaquil and Milan are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Milan this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Milan in the winter. In January, Milan is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Milan average around 5°C (41°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In January, Milan usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Milan gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMilan 5°C (41°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Milan or Guayaquil in the Spring?
Both Guayaquil and Milan during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Milan for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Milan is much colder than Guayaquil in the spring. The daily temperature in Milan averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Milan usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Milan gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMilan 13°C (55°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Milan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.